University of Pittsburgh MASTERS

Looking to develop advanced analytical skills? We offer master's degrees with razor-sharp specializations in rapidly growing business fields. Check out our STEM-designated programs bundling business acumen with business analytics, management information systems, and supply chain management.

Specializations
Accounting 
Business Analytics 
Finance 
Management 
Management Information Systems 
Marketing Science
Supply Chain Management 

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Basic Requirements Students interested in submitting a competitive application should have a 3.0 GPA and at least a 600 on the GMAT exam. International applicants must also have at least a score of 80 on TOEFL or 7 or Higher on the IELTS or 105 on the Duolingo English Test. No prior work experience or prerequisite courses are required. Questions regarding the application process can be e-mailed to admissions@katz.pitt.edu.

Application Components

In order to be considered for admission to an MS program, an applicant must submit all of the following items:

Online Application. Create your personal application account where you can start and save your work as needed.

You will also submit the following:

Application fee of $50. Each applicant is required to submit a $50 non-refundable application fee. 

Official transcripts. An unofficial copy can be uploaded into the Educational Information section of the online application. The unofficial copy will suffice for the application review process. Once an applicant is admitted to the program, an official copy of the transcript will be requested.

Report of the results of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). Graduate Record Examination (GRE) results are accepted. When requesting that scores be sent to the Katz Graduate School of Business, use the appropriate code listed in the chart below. Note: The GMAT is not required for University of Pittsburgh undergraduate students applying to the Katz Master of Science programs. Please view the GMAT waiver policy for additional information.

Two letters of recommendation from persons who have known the applicant in academic or professional capacities (at least one from a faculty member is preferred). Applicants can enter the name and email address of their chosen recommenders in the online application. The recommenders will then receive an automatic e-mail from the online application system, notifying them to complete the letter of recommendation.

International applicants must also submit the following: (a) official academic records accompanied by notarized English translations, including diplomas for degrees earned; (b) test scores in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (required of applicants whose official native language is not English even if English was the medium of instruction in the foreign schools attended by the applicant).

The Admissions Committee reviews applications for MS programs by rounds from November to June.

To be guaranteed consideration for the program, the Admissions Committee must have received a completed application that includes all required documents.

The application deadlines for the Fall start date are as follows:

Application Deadline Decision Notification November 1 January 15 January 1 March 15 March 1 May 15 May 1
*Deadline for domestic and international applicants June 1 Close

Master of Science Degrees, Out of State (per term), Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 Tuition $22,126.00 Professional Development $900.00 Activity Fee $30.00 Wellness Fee $255.00 Computing & Network $175.00 Security & Transportation $130.00 Total Per Term $22,182.00 Est. Total Tuition & Fees (2 Terms) $47,344.00   Cost of Attendance A Master of Science student's budget, or "cost of attendance", refers to the total amount of educational costs that he or she can expect to incur in a typical year as a Katz student. Educational costs include: Program tuition Fees Books Living expenses   The cost of attendance represents the maximum amount that a student can receive in financial aid, including scholarships, educational loans, or any other grant from a private or government body.  Once your student loan amount has reached the amount of your cost of attendance, you are not eligible for additional educational loans. If you need additional funds, you will need to take out a private loan.   Resources and Information Merit-Based Scholarships for Full-Time Students Tuition scholarships provide the primary source of financial assistance for incoming full-time Katz students. These merit-based scholarships are awarded in various dollar amounts and are directly applied to tuition charges.   Katz School scholarships are available to full-time U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and international students. You will receive notification of these awards in your official admission decision letter.   Applicants desiring to be considered for scholarship awards should apply no later than March1 for the MS programs.   Educational Loans for Graduate Students Once students have gained admission to their program of choice, they can inquire about educational loans through the Admissions Office or by contacting the University of Pittsburgh's Office of Admissions and Financial Aid. Two general types of educational loans exist:   Graduate Stafford Loans   All students who are U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents may qualify for a maximum of $20,500 per academic year under the federal Stafford Loan Program. A Graduate Plus loan is available to cover additional expenses incurred during graduate school.   Private Educational Loans   Private educational loans are available through various commercial banks and private lending institutions for educational expenses not covered by Graduate Stafford Loans or scholarship funds. All students, domestic and international, are eligible to apply for private educational loans. International students typically need a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident co-sign the loan. Close